2004 Mercury Marauder vs. 1977 Seat 133
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1977 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Marauder | 1977 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Marauder | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2030 mm |
